Encore? Thomson
Article Abstract:
Alain Gomez will probably be reappointed to head Thomson, but he has made some business decisions that some consider unwise. The company's defense industry plans seem overoptimistic, and the government blocked his plans to divest its consumer electronics subsidiary, to which rival businesses in the European Community were able to stop the French from subsidizing further.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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Oh, for the days of the evil empire
Article Abstract:
America's defense companies are faced with major cutbacks in the wake of the disintegration of the Soviet Union. The middle sized companies are in better position to remain stable through periods of reduced demand, while the industry giants face major downsizing.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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Those who live by the sword...: Oerlikon-Buhrle
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Swiss industrial and defense group Oerlikon-Buhrle is hanging by a thread following a series of setbacks in its weapons division. The company lost billions trying to develop an advanced anti-aircraft anti-tank guided missile system called ADATS.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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